Tag: Chavis Records

SEVENTH RIZE has signed on with CHAVIS RECORDS for the release of ‘FULL MOON’. ‘FULL MOON’ is produced by Bobby Rock (Nelson, Vinnie Vincent Invasion, Hardline), with songs co-written with Bruce Turgon (Foreigner, Places Of Power). SEVENTH RIZE hails from Texas and is comprised of Stacy Humphries-vocals, Sulli-drums, Jerry Stone-guitars, and David Hamilton-bass.

‘FULL MOON’ is set to be released in February 2009.

SEVENTH RIZE performed live on VH1 in July at an event for ‘Bret Michaels – Rock Of Love’ alumni – Rodeo, which led the band to write and record the track ‘To Love Rodeo, To Win Rodeo’. Impressed with the track, VH1 has decided to license the track and use it with a future show. ‘To Love Rodeo, To Win Rodeo’ was co-written and produced by Bruce Turgon.

SEVENTH RIZE will be supporting ‘FULL MOON’ in 2009. A CD release party is currently being planned with the first single ‘Full Moon’ going to radio December 2nd. SEVENTH RIZE is managed by Discoverstars Music Management.

Florida based metal outfit X-THIRTIEN has signed on with CHAVIS RECORDS for their debut release ‘YOU’RE NEXT’. X-THIRTIEN is comprised of U.S. and European based musicians featuring Joe Russell, Johnny Osborn, Rollie Feldman, Mathias Lang, Tracy Ferrell, and Erik Zvanut.

2 years in the making, ‘YOU’RE NEXT’ is a concept album that tells the saga of good versus evil, a man transformed into superman, in conjunction with a band transformed into a super band. This is a breakthrough concept for the “fan loyal” New Rock genre. Passionate, powerful lyrics are placed inside the thick, heavy sound of X-THIRTIEN. Intense meaning alongside the grooves and riffs certainly becomes cathartic to listeners and fans all alike. The CD was recorded at Third Stone Studios in L.A., produced by Dana and Justin Walden (Sevendust), Mudrock (Godsmack) with the help of world famous Toby Wright (the man behind some of the biggest bands in the business, including Metallica, Alice n Chains and Tantric). Mixing the project to perfection, James Murphy who has done work for Nuclear Blast, Century Media, Roadrunner, Candle Light, Metal Blade, a talented producer/engineer, known for creating intense mixes and massive sounds throughout the record industry.

X-THIRTIEN is taking the album concept and transforming it into a full stage production and heading out on the road bringing the show to the fans. The demand for the band continues to increase. X-THIRTIEN tour dates will begin in 09 throughout the States and may also include shows in Canada, Europe, Japan, South America and Australia.

TELL THE WORLD: X-THIRTIEN, ‘YOU’RE NEXT’ is a definitive concept CD that includes standout songs from the new release such as RUN, FREAK and LET’S GO CRAZY, featuring the title track ‘YOU’RE NEXT’ as well as additional break-through material. X-THIRTIEN perfected its trademark ‘X’ with a mix of guitar heroics, anthemic hooks and hedonistic attitude while playing live shows out on tour. X-THIRTIEN will be together and out on the road, which is exactly where they want to be. Beware of the ‘YOU’RE NEXT’ ‘X’ attack in 2009!

Canadian metallers Snake Eyes Seven disappeared from the scene as quickly as they appeared. Snake Eyes Seven released their debut on Chavis Records in 2007 and began playing U.S. shows only to return back to Canada abruptly due to tension within the band. Founder and chief songwriter Cole Stevens put the band on hiatus while sorting out the issues and decompressing from the turmoil created.

Cole Stevens…

“It took a long time to get things up and running and in a blink of an eye it was over. Once we returned from the U.S. things deteriorated quickly. Members left and I wasn’t sure myself if I wanted to continue what I had started. It definitely took its toll on me mentally, physically and financially. As time went on I realized that I wasn’t going to let the negative influences in the old band keep me from moving ahead with my music. My batteries were recharged and it was time to start all over again. I made a call to Chavis and asked Bill if he was still in my corner. Knowing that he is, made me more determined to prove that this is for real. Then I set out to find the best musicians I could which took time, but I got them.”

Snake Eyes Seven hit the studio earlier this year with 13 brand new songs and Cam McLeod (White Wolf) producing. “This project is light years ahead of the debut. People are not going to believe it is the same band. Everyone in the camp is excited about the new material. All I can say is WOW! You just won’t believe it.” adds Bill Chavis

The band is currently finishing up recording and then it will be mixed before heading to L.A. for mastering. Stay tuned…

Tragic Orange is Phill Skiba (VX), Christina Vitucci (D), Jimmy Pavlis (B), Steve Valdez (G) and Victor Fakhoury (G). The 5 piece rock band hails from Long Island, New York, portraying a very strong international phenomenon with each member’s different ethnic background and North American upbringing; they have brought the missing link in the sound for today’s modern music.

The band was formed in 2005, and after many auditions and a very solid self titled album under their belt, the line up was finalized with the joining of Jimmy Pavlis on bass and Victor Fakhoury on guitar. The band quickly grew musically as the 5 members made sure to mold themselves on to one another’s inspirations and musical taste. With an endless amount of hours in the rehearsal studio, the band’s sound has grown and developed dramatically. Their melodic and haunting verses and brightly open hard hitting catchy choruses as well as their mind invading sing along vocals won’t stop ringing in the listeners head.

They have captured the hearts of many fans through their unique musicianship. Christina’s power drumming reminiscent of John Bonham, keeps the strong back bone timing of the band in check. Jimmy’s hard thumping bass patterns and driving rhythms keeps you locked into the music, with Steve’s guitar playing creating a landscape of sound typically not heard out of a guitar. Vik’s rhythmic playing and worldly trippy effects makes you feel the trance within. Tying it all together are Phill’s soaring melodies and lucid poetic lyrics that reaches out, grabs you by the throat, and intensely shakes your subconscious until it feels every last word that is uttered from his voice.

The stage presence of Tragic Orange is known to be one of the most energetic experiences crowds have witnessed. The band has performed on numerous stages ending 2007 with over a 100 shows played in and out of state in front of many fans that remain loyal to the music, the madness, and the method behind the Tragic…

Tragic Orange’s musical and lyrical journey consists of all walks of life, the ups and downs the bright and dark, spiritual and sexual, aggression and confusion; examining what’s on the minds of the youth of this generation but light hearted enough to enjoy this chaotic party. Keep your eyes open and your ears to the ground for Tragic Orange’s accelerating momentum towards success, exploding on to the scene soon for the world to hear.

CHAVIS RECORDS is thrilled to announce the signing of DC4 featuring Jeff Duncan (Armored Saint, Odin), Rowan Robertson (Dio), Shawn Duncan (Odin), and Matt Duncan. EXPLODE, the latest effort from DC4 saw a very limited release by the band earlier this year and now with an all new package design, and new artwork on the inside, will see a full scale release later this year. EXPLODE was produced by Joey Vera (Armored Saint, Fates Warning).

DC4 is Jeff on vocals and guitar, Rowan on guitar, Matt on bass/vocals and Shawn on drums.

Jeff Duncan and Shawn Duncan of Odin fame and notable for their appearances in The Decline Of Western Civilization – The Metal Years, formed DC4 with brother Matt Duncan in 1995 and released their debut E.P. Mood Swings produced by Joe Floyd (Bruce Dickinson, Warrior). In 2001 DC4 released Volume One which was produced by Joey Vera (Armored Saint, Fates Warning). With Rowan Robertson most notably for his dynamic guitar wizardry on Dio’s ‘Lock Up The Wolves’, joining the ranks in 2006, DC4 is now a combustible powerhouse of modern classic hard rock standing on its own with a definitive and uncompromised sound showcasing the highly skilled musical talent and song writing of the members that is DC4.

Plans are in the works for DC4 to hit the road in support of EXPLODE and additional details on the release date will soon be announced.

CHAVIS RECORDS is very pleased to announce that CR recording artists MINOLI has been confirmed for Rocklahoma 2008! Traveling from Italy, MINOLI will be making their first everU.S. appearance and performance on Friday July 11th on the Tri-Label Stage. MINOLI’s setlist will include tracks from their sensational debut album ‘Living In Memphis’ which has been completed and is slated for an August release. MINOLI features singer-songwriter extraordinaire Angelo Minoli, Michelle Maffei, Emanuele Rivara, Nicola Rossi, and Giacomo Della Cella.

Checkout 2 new tracks , I’m Free, and the title track Living In Memphis, right here!

CHAVIS RECORDS is a sponsor of this years Rocklahoma 2nd stage and a partner in the Tri Label Group. The current scheduling for the 2nd Stage is as follows:

CHAVIS RECORDS recording artists BULLETBOYS has been confirmed for Rocklahoma 2008. BULLETBOYS will be making a special headline appearance on Sunday night July 13th on the Tri-Label Stage. BULLETBOYS are currently in the studio working on their forth coming release with details soon to be announced. Checkout the brand new track Road To Nowhere at ChavisRecords.net!

CHAVIS RECORDS is a sponsor of this years Rocklahoma 2nd stage and a partner in the Tri Label Group. The current scheduling for the 2nd Stage is as follows:

Chavis Records has announced the signing of the BULLETBOYS to the label for their new worldwide release. The band is currently in the studio finishing the final recordings before heading to the mixing and mastering phase. The project is being recorded at El Garaje Studios in Cape Coral, FL.

Singer Marq Torien comments – “I am extremely excited about signing with a label that really understands what I am about and that my talent still perseveres. This is extremely rare in the business these days.”

The Bulletboys will be heading out on the road this summer in support of their new release with major tour announcements to be released in the very near future. Checkout the new track ‘Road To Nowhere’ here.

HRH Note: Hmmm could this be the Foo Fighters tour that Marq Torien mentioned in Cincinnati?!

Due out in June, Way Of Life was produced by Paul Crosby (Saliva) and Chip Z’Nuff (Enuff Z’ Nuff), Way Of Life is over-the-top non-stop rock n’ roll blending the old with the new and yeilding one powerful debut.

Tracklisting – 1. Way Of Life 2. Ugly 3. Are You Ready 4. Heroes 5. Rest Of Our Days 6. Light It Up
7. My Old Friends 8. Welcome To The Show 9. To Good To Be True 10. Too Far Gone

Asphalt Valentine returned to the Deadwood Saloon last Thursday night. The band played here back in January, but singer Joe Flynt was ill, and his vocals were inaudible at that show. (You can read about that show here.) The band promised to return, and to rock the Deadwood Saloon on their trip back.

I can happily say, they made good on their promise.The band played a tight set of tunes from their up and coming CD, Strip Rock Roll that will soon to be released by Chavis Records. The set included the following tunes:

The band was in good form, and I was surprised at how much singer, Joe Flynt sounded like a young Vince Neil at times. Asphalt Valentine has a bunch of cool hard edged tunes at their disposal, and the Deadwood Saloon provided a perfect intimate setting to check them out for the first time. I expect once the new album is released, Asphalt Valentine will not be playing in small clubs for much longer.

Be sure to catch one of their live shows coming up soon! The band will also be playing Saturday evening at Rocklahoma 2008! For more information, go check out Asphalt Valentine’s myspace page!

Chicago, IL based rockers THE DOGS DIVINE has signed with CHAVIS RECORDS for their debut release ‘Way Of Life‘. Paul Crosby (of SALIVA) was selected to produce the album and what has been delivered is 10 tracks of energetic, soul shaking, whiskey fueled thunderous rock n’ roll.

THE DOGS DIVINE features Tom Hart(v), Trent Anderson(d), Johnny Harley(g), Tommy Montgomery(g), and James Dean(b).THE DOGS DIVINE blend the old with the new and turn it up loud to deliver a non-stop macabre rollercoster ride as seen through the eyes of five rock and rollers who live it everyday.

The DOGS have already hit the road in support of ‘Way Of Life”Way Of Life’ will be available exclusively through digital download via iTunes and Rhapsody with additional digital outlets to follow and the physical drop of the CD in April. BCD Music Group will handle national distribution. Tour dates announced here. Lane Productions handles booking. while the album is being mixed and mastered. Initially,

Pick up the latest issue of Metal Edge. THE DOGS DIVINE are in this month’s issue with the track MY OLD FRIENDS featured on the very first Metal Edge Compilation CD.

Visit THE DOGS DIVINE here and download your FREE copy of the song, MY OLD FRIENDS by clicking here.